Fincantieri today held, at its shipyard in Muggiano (La Spezia), the handover ceremony of the MPCS (Multipurpose Combat Ship/PPA) KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 to the Indonesian Navy.
This event emphasizes the strengthening of industrial and strategic cooperation between Italy and Indonesia in the field of maritime defense. The ceremony was attended by Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy; YM Prof. Dr. Junimart Girsang, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Italy; and Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy. From Fincantieri, CEO and President Director Pierroberto Folgiero and Director General of the Military Ships Division Eugenio Santagata were present.
The handover of the KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 follows the handover of its sister ship, KRI Brawijaya-320, which was carried out in July, while also completing the procurement of two units built by Fincantieri.
Together, these two PPA vessels now become The Indonesian Navy’s largest and most sophisticated combat assetwhich significantly increases Indonesia’s capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.
According to the company, the two ships are strategic elements for regional stability and protection of Indonesia’s national interests, as well as strengthening the long-term partnership between Fincantieri and the Indonesian Ministry of Defense.
Technical characteristics – MPCS / PPA
The PPA is a highly versatile vessel, designed to carry out a wide range of missions, including frontline combat operations, maritime patrol, search and rescue, and civil protection activities.
This platform also allows the operation of RHIB (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat) type fast lifeboats via a side crane or aft retrieval ramp.
- Overall length: 143 meters
- Maximum speed: over 31 knots
- Number of crew: 171 personnel
Propulsion: combined diesel and gas turbine (CODAG) system, with integrated electric propulsion
With the joining of KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321, the Indonesian Navy is taking an important step in modernizing its surface fleet, expanding its range, operational flexibility and readiness for high-intensity missions in the regional maritime environment.
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